It’s National Ice Cream Day!
It’s National Ice Cream Day! I don’t know about you, but ice cream sounds like a great way to cool down in the middle of July in Central Florida. Go ahead and celebrate!
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Learn Signs and Symptoms of Heat Related Illnesses
July in Florida is hot, hot, hot! Be aware of and careful to avoid Heat Related Illnesses. Although anyone at any time can suffer from heat-related illness, some people are at greater risk than others: Infants and young children People 65 years of age or older People who are overweight People who overexert during work...
Pool Day Passes from Orlando Hotels and Resorts
Did you know that certain hotels and resorts in Orlando offer pool day passes for locals? If you’d like a day by stunning resort pool, check out this list from Orlando Weekly: https://www.orlandoweekly.com/orlando/25-orlando-hotels-and-resorts-now-offering-pool-day-passes-for-locals/Slideshow/39372617
Florida’s Back-to-School Tax Holiday!
Florida’s back-to-school tax holiday starts Aug. 1 and continues through Aug. 31. During this sales tax holiday period, qualifying items will be exempt from tax. ClickOrlando.com does a good job of detailing what will be exempt. See the list here https://www.clickorlando.com/news/florida/2025/06/27/full-list-florida-gets-permanent-tax-exemptions-for-these-major-items/
It’s Hurricane Season! Get FEMA’s Hurricane Readiness Tips
We are almost two months into hurricane season. If you haven’t already, it’s time to create a family emergency plan, stock up on non-perishable food items, and have your trees trimmed. For more information, visit FEMA’s hurricane readiness page: https://www.ready.gov/hurricanes
Today is National Mutt Day!
Today is National Mutt Day, a day to embrace, save and celebrate mixed breed dog. Do you have a beloved mutt, or are you interested in adopting? Consider visiting a shelter to adopt a mutt in need of a forever home. If you can’t adopt, volunteering is a great way to help mutts, too.
Conversation Corner about Mosquitoes at Bill Frederick Park
Tomorrow at 2 p.m., Bill Frederick Park will host a Conversation Corner on the topic of mosquitoes. Discover the mosquito’s surprising place in nature and what we can do to help reduce their impact while staying eco-conscious. For more information, visit https://www.orlando.gov/Events/Conversation-Corner-at-BFP-Mosquitoes